When a shocking story is published, an inhumane experience recounted, or a heartbreaking photo seen, caring people naturally want to do something about it. THIS IS A GOOD THING. How we react to it, though, can make a big difference on whether we can actually bring about the change we seek. There are various ways you can […]

This is a crazy time of year, isn’t it? All the hustle-bustle is more than just a phrase from a song repeating too often on the radio! So much to do, so many errands to run and places to go, so many people to see and gatherings to attend. And then there’s the gift-giving… Need […]

Every year the World’s Ugliest Dog contest is held in Petaluma, California. While at first mention, one might think it’s an affair to mock the less-than-beautiful/aesthetically pleasing in the canine world, it’s actually held with a more sincere intention. As much as the purpose is to judge, and award, “ugliness” – the contest also supports […]